Man Critically Injured in SE Austin Hit-and-Run on I-35 near Woodward Street

Austin, Texas (March 2, 2022) – A man was critically injured Wednesday morning in a hit-and-run crash in southeast Austin, according to the authorities.

The accident occurred around 4:32 a.m., in the 3017 block of South Interstate 35 service road northbound near Woodward Street in front of the Casulo Hotel.

Authorities said the man was struck by a vehicle that then fled the scene. He was found bleeding in the roadway and was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information regarding the crash is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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